Psychiatry Residency & Fellowships | Residency
Psychiatry Residency Team
Get to Know Us
Meet Psychiatry Residency Faculty
Louis Nykamp
MD
Psychiatry Residency Program Director
Louis Nykamp, MD
- Medical School:
- Wayne State University School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Mayo College of Medicine
- Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship:
- Mayo College of Medicine
Darci Evans
DO, MSW
Psychiatry Residency Associate Program Director
Darci Evans, DO, MSW
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Cameron Risma
MD
Psychiatry Residency Associate Program Director
Cameron Risma, MD
- Medical School:
- University of Nebraska College of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Addiction Fellowship:
- Mayo Clinic
Lindsey Bailey
MD
Child and Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatrist
Lindsey Bailey, MD
- Medical School:
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Child and Adolescent Fellowship:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Mandeep Bath
MD
Inpatient Addiction Psychiatry
Mandeep Bath, MD
- Medical School:
- Government Medical College, Amritsar, Punjab, India
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Queens, New York
- Addiction Fellowship:
- Zucker Hillside Hospital, Glen Oaks, New York
Amy Beauchamp
MD
Amy Beauchamp, MD
Tara Brockman
MD
Tara Brockman, MD
- Undergraduate:
- Michigan State University, B.S.
- Medical School
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Women’s Mental Health including peri-partum mood disorders and psychosis, PMDD, and peri-menopausal mood changes.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I spend my free time with friends trying out new (or old favorite) restaurants in downtown Grand Rapids, playing in our weekly flag football and kickball leagues, or having people over to watch the latest episode of The Bachelor.
- Why Pine Rest
- I chose Pine Rest based on the camaraderie that was exhibited not only between co-residents, but also between residents and attendings, as well as between fellow attendings. I remember on my interview day at lunch I sat with residents, attendings and administration, and all shared in conversation and genuinely enjoyed themselves. Now that I am here I can attest to the community that you become a part of when you join the Pine Rest residency, and I have gotten the honor of working with great attendings and other residents who I continuously learn from, but have also made amazing friends. Aside from the sense of community, some of the nicest facilities that I have seen in any hospital or any department made the choice easy as well.
Benjamin Burns
MD
Child & Adolescent Outpatient Psychiatrist and Outpatient Supervisor
Benjamin Burns, MD
- Medical School:
- University of Colorado
- Residency:
- Pine Rest – Michigan State University Psychiatry
Valerie Cook
MD
Pediatric Internal Medicine
Valerie Cook, MD
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, 1987
- Pediatric Residency
- Riley Children’s Hospital, 1989
- Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners, 1990
Folabo Dare
DO
Forensic and Adult Psychiatry
Folabo Dare, DO
- Medical Schools
- Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine; Mayo Clinic
- Residencies
- Mayo Clinic; University of Cincinnati
- Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship
- University of Cincinnati
Ryan Doyle
DO
Inpatient & Outpatient Addiction Psychiatry
Ryan Doyle, DO
- Medical School:
- University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Addiction Fellowship:
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Jonathon Dozeman
DO
Inpatient Psychiatrist
Jonathon Dozeman, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Carmen Dozeman
MD
Inpatient Psychiatrist
Carmen Dozeman, MD
- Medical School
- American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Shannon Drabek
PsyD
Licensed Psychologist
Shannon Drabek, PsyD
Sameh Dwaikat
MD
Consult/Liaison Psychiatry, Mercy Health St. Mary’s
Sameh Dwaikat, MD
- Medical School:
- Debrecen Medical School, Hungary
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Nassau University Medical Center, New York
- Psychosomatic Fellowship:
- University of Michigan
Evonne Edwards
PhD
Licensed Psychologist and Research
Evonne Edwards, PhD
- PhD, Clinical Psychology:
- Rosemead School of Psychology (Biola University)
James Eicher
MD
Inpatient Psychiatrist
James Eicher, MD
- Medical School
- Ross University School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- Western Michigan University School of Medicine
Bill Fowler
DO
Outpatient Psychiatrist
Bill Fowler, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- Michigan State University
Phillip Fox
MD
Phillip Fox, MD
Karen Hadley Leavitt
MD
Child & Adolescent Partial Hospital Program, Pediatric Chief Psychiatrist
Karen Hadley Leavitt, MD
- Medical School:
- St. George’s School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Loyola University Medical Center
- Child and Adolescent Fellowship:
- Rush University Medical Center
Jeffrey Jackson
MD
Jeffrey Jackson, MD
Katerina Katsoulis
MD
Katerina Katsoulis, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Michigan
- Medical School
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine
- Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy going out to dinner with friends and family, and spending time playing rec league football and kickball with my co-residents.
- Why Pine Rest
- I really felt like Pine Rest would prepare me best for attending life. I felt that I would get experience on specialized units which many psychiatric hospitals throughout the country do not have. It was an extra plus that it’s close to family, has a history of great camaraderie and is near the beach.
Kelly Ketchum
MD
Kelly Ketchum, MD
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Services
Talal Khan
MD
Addiction Fellowship Program Director
Talal Khan, MD
- Medical School:
- Dow Medical College
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Nassau University Medical Center
- Addiction Fellowship:
- Yale University
Carey Krause
DO
Carey Krause, DO
Samuel Lin
MD
Inpatient Psychiatrist
Samuel Lin, MD
- Medical School
- University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago
- Psychiatry Residency
- University of Wisconsin-Madison
Zachary Loy
DO
Child & Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatrist
Zachary Loy, DO
- Medical School
- Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Residency
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Child & Adolescent Fellowship
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
David Lyon
DO
David Lyon, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- Michigan State University
Jack Mahdasian
MD
Jack Mahdasian, MD
Greg Mallis
PsyD
Licensed Psychologist
Greg Mallis , PsyD
Brenda Manoharan
MD
Child and Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatrist
Brenda Manoharan, MD
- Medical School
- Windsor University School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- Drexel University College of Medicine
- Child and Adolescent Fellowship
- University of Chicago
Tatjana Maric
MD
Child & Adolescent Outpatient Psychiatrist and Outpatient Supervisor; Associate Program Director
Tatjana Maric, MD
- Medical School:
- University of Belgrade Faculty of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency:
- New York Medical College
- Child and Adolescent Fellowship:
- SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital and Medical Center
Ryan Marin
MD
Consult-Liaison Psychiatry
Ryan Marin, MD
- Medical School
- Michigan State University
- Psychiatry Residency
- Harvard Longwood Psychiatry Residency Training Program
Marissa Martz
MD
Inpatient Psychiatrist
Marissa Martz, MD
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Valerie Mathis-Allen
MD
Valerie Mathis-Allen, MD
Andi McFerren
DO
Child & Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatrist, Perinatal Psychiatrist
Andi McFerren, DO
- Medical School
- A.T. Still university – School of Osteopathic Medicine
- Internship
- Georgetown Psychiatry Residency
- Residency
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Child & Adolescent Fellowship
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Sonia Motin
MD
Outpatient Addiction Psychiatrist
Sonia Motin, MD
- Undergraduate
- Wayne State University
- Medical School
- St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- Western Michigan University Homer Stryker School of Medicine Psychiatry Residency
- Addiction Fellowship
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Why I Chose Pine Rest
- To have the opportunity to learn and grow in the field of addiction alongside supportive faculty and staff who truly want to see you succeed.
- Career Experience:
- Two years working with Pine Rest on the Redwood dual diagnosis unit, two years as clerkship director for psychiatry at WMED.
Mon Poulose
MD
Mon Poulose, MD
Stephen PreFontaine
DO
Hospitalist
Stephen PreFontaine, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Family Medicine Residency
- Metro Health Hospital
Swapnil Rath
MD
Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship Director
Swapnil Rath, MD
- Medical School:
- Rajiv Gandhi Medical College
- Psychiatry Residency:
- University of Kansas
- Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship:
- University of Michigan
Gary Rich
MD
Gary Rich, MD
Heide Rollings
MD
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Director
Heide Rollings, MD
- Supervisor
- Outpatient Training Clinic and Wedgwood Residential Treatment
- Medical School
- St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- University of Connecticut Health Center
- Child and Adolescent Fellowship
- Northwestern University/McGaw Medical Center
Ali Saleem
MD
Inpatient Addiction Psychiatry
Ali Saleem, MD
- Medical School:
- Wayne State University School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Addiction Fellowship:
- UCLA-SFV Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship Program
William Sanders
DO
Forensic and Adult Psychiatry
William Sanders, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- Michigan State University
- Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship
- University of Florida
Ashlee Senay
DO
Consult-Liaison and Addiction Psychiatry - Spectrum Health
Ashlee Senay, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Addiction Fellowship
- The Ohio State University
- Consult-Liaison Fellowship
- The Ohio State University
Justin Sides
PsyD, ABPP
Licensed Psychologist
Justin Sides, PsyD, ABPP
Cassie Stanton
DO
Child and Adolescent Outpatient Psychiatrist and Outpatient Supervisor
Cassie Stanton, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- Michigan State University
- Child and Adolescent Fellowship
- Michigan State University
Jeffrey Stearns
MD
Child and Adolescent Outpatient Psychiatrist and Outpatient Supervisor
Jeffrey Stearns, MD
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- University of Michigan
- Child and Adolescent Fellowship
- University of Michigan
Kellen Stilwell
MD
Kellen Stilwell, MD
- Undergraduate
- Grand Valley State University, B.S. in Biology; Minor in Chemistry.
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
- Professional or Clinical Interests:
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, with interest in coordinated care models and mental health care in primary care settings.
- Other interests:
- I enjoy yoga, hiking and being outdoors as much as possible (during the summer).
- Why Pine Rest
- I felt so supported here during my clinical rotations and everyone was very invested in my success. We have wonderful care teams in the hospital which are great to learn from and very welcoming to all trainees, and I wanted to continue to build the relationships that I had prior to residency.
Radosveta Stoyanov
MD
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Network180 Community Mental Health
Radosveta Stoyanov, MD
- Medical School:
- Medical University of Sofia
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Wright State University School of Medicine
- Child and Adolescent Fellowship:
- Wright State University School of Medicine
Timothy Todd
MD
Timothy Todd, MD
Katherine Tontillo
MD
Katherine Tontillo, MD
- Medical School
- Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin
Brant VanOrman
PsyD
Forensic Psychology
Brant VanOrman, PsyD
- Graduate School
- Wheaton College
- Internship
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Heidi Vrolijk
MD
Inpatient Psychiatrist
Heidi Vrolijk, MD
- Medical School
- Medical College of Wisconsin
Natalie Wallace
MD
Urgent Care Psychiatrist
Natalie Wallace, MD
- Medical School
- Wayne State University School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- Wayne State University Detroit Medical Center
- Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship
- West Virginia University School of Medicine
Hannah Williams
MD
Hannah Williams, MD
- Undergraduate
- Hope College, BA in Chemistry, minor in Biology.
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship here at Pine Rest starting July 2021.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy relaxing with my goldendoodle, Watson, and lifting weights.
- Why Pine Rest
- I had a positive experience rotating here for medical school rotations. Residents seemed to be supportive of each other. Also, my spouse and I are both from Grand Rapids.
Kelsey Woolner
PhD
Pediatric Neuropsychologist, Psychotherapy Faculty
Kelsey Woolner, PhD
- Medical School
- Rosemead School of Psychology
- Residency
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Child & Adolescent Fellowship
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Shinji Yasugi
MD
Child and Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatrist
Shinji Yasugi, MD
- Medical School:
- The University of Sydney, Australia
- Psychiatry Residency:
- University of Michigan
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship:
- University of Michigan
Ryan Yoon
DO
Outpatient Psychiatrist
Ryan Yoon, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Russell Yskes
MD
Outpatient Addiction Psychiatry
Russell Yskes, MD
- Medical School:
- Wayne State University
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Addiction Fellowship:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Meet Our Residents - PGY1
Trevor de Sibour
MD
Trevor de Sibour, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Michigan, B.S. in Biomolecular Science, Minor in English
- Medical School
- Medical College of Wisconsin
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Interventional Psychiatry
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I really enjoy reading, musical theater, jogging, Mario Kart, baking, and streaming my queens, Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, and Ariana Grande, on Spotify!
- Why Pine Rest
- From its multiple subspecialty inpatient units to its thriving intensive outpatient/partial hospitalization programming, Pine Rest offers residents the opportunity to care for patients and their families in a wide variety of therapeutic environments. Additionally, it has a well-established and very active ECT service. I also really appreciated how kind and inviting the residents and faculty were during my interview experience. It felt like a place where I could both personally and professionally thrive!
Maddie Dodson-Garrett
DO
Maddie Dodson-Garrett, DO
- Undergraduate
- Michigan State University, B.S. in Neuroscience with a concentration in Behavior and Systems
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Adult Inpatient Psychiatry, Perinatal & Women’s Mental Health, and ECT
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Skiing, playing board games, reading, painting, cooking/baking, trying out new coffee shops, and spending time with my family
Erin DuRoss
MD
Erin DuRoss, MD
- Undergraduate
- Kalamazoo College, B.A. in Chemistry
- Medical School
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, and Rural Medicine
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I love being in nature and exploring new places with my dog Opie, listening to podcasts, reading fantasy books, checking out new restaurants, spending time with friends/family, and staying active with IM sports, yoga, or strength training.
- Why Pine Rest
- I was born and raised in Michigan and knew that I wanted to have the support of friends and family close by throughout my medical training. When I interviewed at Pine rest, every person I spoke to was genuine and kind, and I loved that it was a program that provided great educational and clinical opportunities while still prioritizing well-being of learners.
Kimberly Foxworthy
MD
Kimberly Foxworthy, MD
- Undergraduate
- Michigan State University, Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Reproductive psychiatry and women’s mental health
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Reading, crocheting, ballet, trivia nights, and hiking with my Golden Retriever.
Priscilla Francois
MD
Priscilla Francois, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of South Florida
- Medical School
- University of Central Florida College of Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Diversity and equity initiatives, medical education, correctional psychiatry, inpatient psychiatry, LGBTQI+, public health
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I greatly enjoy the artistic things in life. I enjoy going to the movies and keeping track of personal reviews on Letterboxd. I am also a frequent museum-goer, and dabble in watercolor to unwind.
- Fun Fact
- My immediate family are all Haitian immigrants. My brothers and I are the first to become doctors in the family. My older brothers are currently finishing their anesthesiology and general surgery residencies in Tennessee and Maine.
- Why Pine Rest
- After completing a partial hospitalization rotation here at Pine Rest, I felt greatly moved by the kindness, inclusivity and dedication to education and self-improvement I saw in the institution and senior residents.
Natasha Heart
MD
Natasha Heart, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Michigan- Ann Arbor, B.S. in Psychology
- Medical School
- Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine, distinction in Well-Being in Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Geriatrics, transitional age youth/child and adolescent psychiatry, Forensics, Psychotherapy, and Rural Medicine.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I always like to make new things, everything from candles to cupcakes and tables. I also love gardening, biking, Target runs, and am always down for thriller/horror movie night.
- Why Pine Rest
- I love the variety of patients and specialty programs you get to be part of at Pine Rest, even during the first year. On top of that, every single person I met during my away rotation here was extremely friendly and easy to talk to. I grew up on a farm in Northern Michigan, so getting the chance to practice psychiatry close to home in Traverse City during my 3rd and 4th years as part of the Rural Track is something that I couldn’t be more excited about.
Jacob Lyon
DO
Jacob Lyon, DO
- Undergraduate
- Calvin University
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy watching and playing all sports, especially soccer. I'm always up for trying new foods and restaurants, watching movies, and playing board and card games.
Justin Royer
MD
Justin Royer, MD
- Undergraduate
- Saginaw Valley State University
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Psychotherapy; Hospice and Palliative Medicine; Gender Affirming Care
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy spending the bulk of my free time with my fiancée and our two cats (Minnie and Winnie). I also enjoy outdoors activities like biking, hiking and kayaking. My other hobbies include crocheting, building computers, video games, board games, coffee and cooking.
- Why Pine Rest
- During the 3rd and 4th years of medical school, I had the privilege of doing my core and elective psychiatry rotations at Pine Rest. In my experience, there are few facilities that match the healing atmosphere of Pine Rest and the friendly attitude of the residents, attendings and staff. I really enjoyed working with the patient population in Grand Rapids, and I felt like I was making a difference in their lives as a medical student.
Paige Sambor
MD
Paige Sambor, MD
- Undergraduate
- Kalamazoo College, B.A. in Chemistry
- Medical School
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry, Addiction, and Public Health
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Outside of medicine, I enjoy playing sports, kayaking, hiking, and going on adventures with my dogs. I also love traveling, reading, and venturing out to coffee shops and restaurants with friends.
Dana Tabbara
DO
Dana Tabbara, DO
- Undergraduate
- Western Michigan University
- Medical School
- Rocky Vista University/Colorado
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and adolescent psychiatry and general adult inpatient psychiatry
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- In my free time, I enjoy reading, crocheting, traveling and hiking.
- Why Pine Rest
- I am originally from Lebanon, but my family and I have lived in Kalamazoo for years. I’m happy to be back in southwest Michigan for residency!
Austin Van Velsen
MD
Austin Van Velsen, MD
- Undergraduate
- Grand Valley State University
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Addiction medicine and consultation liaison psychiatry
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I grew up riding horses and still find time to ride. I also love to travel, play board games with friends and spend time outside hiking and kayaking.
- Why Pine Rest
- I chose Pine Rest because of the diversity in services that it offers to the West Michigan community. This also makes it an excellent place to learn psychiatric medicine. In addition, the residents, attendings and staff at Pine Rest were very welcoming to me as a student and valued my learning.
Mary Welch
MD/MBA, MA
Mary Welch, MD/MBA, MA
- Undergraduate
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Southern Connecticut State University
- Graduate
- Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University
- Medical School
- MD/ MBA from Central Michigan University
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Consult & Liaison Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- My husband and I are new to Grand Rapids, so we are enjoying exploring the area. We love to hike, go to the beach and try new restaurants. I love season changes and look forward to watching football in the fall and snowboarding in the winter. I’m a cat mom to two playful boys. I enjoy cooking healthy meal prep for the week, reading and tending to a few plants.
Meet Our Residents - PGY2
Raha Cherette-Mouzoon
MD
Raha Cherette-Mouzoon, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, Bachelor's of Science in International Studies and Near Eastern Studies
- Graduate
- University of Michigan School of Public Health, MPH in General Epidemiology
- Medical School
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Long-term I really would like to work with more minority and intersectional populations.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Cooking, painting, knitting, being outside, reading, weightlifting, houseplants
Maddie Estell Crume
MD
Maddie Estell Crume, MD
- Undergraduate
- Hillsdale College
- Medical School
- Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Women’s mental health and mood disorders
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I’m a wife and mom. My main hobby these days is watching my daughter explore the world around her. Otherwise in my free time, I love trying tasty new food and drinks, listening to live music, reading a good book, hanging out at the beach, and binging on true crime and paranormal podcasts. I enjoy running and yoga, and I’m trying to get back into playing the electric bass.
Lina Erlingis
DO
Lina Erlingis, DO
- Undergraduate
- Wayne State University
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Hiking, rock climbing (very new to this!), traveling to new places, spending time with family and friends, reading/ reviewing books on Goodreads.
Jake Guiser
MD
Jake Guiser, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Michigan
- Medical School
- Michigan State University
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Sourdough bread baking, skiing, climbing, sea kayaking, canoeing, and ballroom dancing.
Paige Kramer
MD
Paige Kramer, MD
- Undergraduate
- Ferris State University, Bachelor’s of Science in Biology, Minors in Psychology & Spanish.
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child & adolescent psychiatry. Women's & maternal mental health. LQBTQ+ mental health. Rural medicine. Public health.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Reading fiction including fantasy, romance, science fiction, and historical fiction. Collecting special edition books. Cooking – my favorite recipes come from Half Baked Harvest. Watching Netflix shows. Camping and hiking in the beautiful outdoors. Professional sunset connoisseur.
- Why Pine Rest
- I grew up in West Michigan and I have always had every intention of prioritizing coming home for residency. That said, I was pleasantly surprised by how Pine Rest checked off every other box I was looking for in a residency – a community program with academic affiliation that prioritizes resident wellness and will allow me to explore all areas of psychiatry. I loved everything about my rotation at Pine Rest – the patients and variety of illnesses, the residents and faculty, and the proximity to Grand Rapids and Lake Michigan.
Emily Kurth
MD
Emily Kurth, MD
- Undergraduate
- Central Michigan University
- Medical School
- Northeast Ohio Medical University
- Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy reading fantasy books, playing video games, and baking. I also enjoy outdoor adventures with my beagle and German shepherd.
Paige Lewis
MD
Paige Lewis, MD
- Undergraduate
- Ohio University
- Medical School
- Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine
- Interests/Hobbies
- Outside of medicine I enjoy travel, working out, exploring different breweries, and spending time outside. After medical school graduation, I will be traveling to Budapest and Prague! In psychiatry, I am interested in general adult inpatient and addiction.
Alexa Magsoudi
DO
Alexa Magsoudi, DO
- Undergraduate
- Michigan State University
- Medical School
- Michigan State College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and adolescent psychiatry, functional medicine, working with the LGBTQ+ community and DEI work.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Alexa loves to connect with nature and community, hike, dance and create art.
Nur Massry
DO
Nur Massry, DO
- Undergraduate
- UNC Chapel Hill
- Medical School
- Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
- Interests/Hobbies
- I love to hike, enjoy the outdoors, travel, and bake. I'm a huge UNC Basketball fan (Go Heels!). I also have taken up cross stitching with Palestinian motifs and will use any free time embroidering while binge-watching Netflix.
David Nanyes
DO
David Nanyes, DO
- Undergraduate
- University of Houston-Downtown
- Graduate
- University of Texas at San Antonio
- Medical School
- University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Clinical and Biomedical research.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Cooking, working out, and spending time with friends and family
Hayley Walton
MD
Hayley Walton, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Michigan
- Medical School
- Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and adolescent psychiatry, trauma disorders, and psychotherapy
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy playing volleyball, dancing, hiking, and going to the beach. I also enjoy reading with my book club and crocheting. I have a niece and nephew who live in Anchorage, Alaska. I have driven an underwater scooter!
Julia Wright
MD
Julia Wright, MD
- Undergraduate
- Ohio University
- Medical School
- University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Women's Mental Health
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy working out, taking walks, trying out new dining establishments, and Netflix binges with my cat, Cali!
Meet Our Residents - PGY3
Alec Ballesteros
DO
Alec Ballesteros, DO
- Undergraduate
- University of California at Santa Barbara, Bachelor’s in Biopsychology
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Professional or Clinical Interests
- Inpatient psychiatry, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I grew up in California and am an avid Bay Area sports fan. I enjoy golfing, disc golf, travel, new restaurants, and enjoying a good TV series.
- Why Pine Rest
- The facility at Pine Rest is all-encompassing and provides the opportunity to meet a wide variety of patients and mental health concerns. The dedication of the entire staff was clear to me when I visited as they all made incredible efforts to ensure patient-centered care.
Morgan Crofoot
DO
Morgan Crofoot, DO
- Undergraduate
- Grand Valley State University, Bachelor's of Science in Biomedical Science and Psychology
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Hobbies/Interests
- I love spending time outdoors at the beach, kayaking, hiking, or sitting in a hammock reading a good book. I also like to travel, cook, bake, and spend time with my dog, Zoey.
Isabella Felzer
MD, PhD
Isabella Felzer, MD, PhD
Stefanie Kish
DO
Stefanie Kish, DO
- Undergraduate
- University of California, Davis, B.S. Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior; Minor in Music
- Medical School
- Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Women’s Mental Health, Spirituality and Culture in Psychiatry
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I play piano and guitar, and have been singing since the age of four. My sister and I are The Berci Sisters, and have had the honor of traveling, performing and recording three original albums available on major music platforms. I have always dreamed of using music and medicine to bring healing! I am Romanian-American, definitely a foodie, I love exploring the outdoors, capturing memories through photo, and gathering family and friends around a warm meal.
- Why Pine Rest
- Pine Rest is the place I realized I can be best trained to implement the holistic philosophy of medicine in psychiatry; integrating the mind, body and spirit. Through its robust curriculum and varied exposure to mental health in perinatal care, pediatrics, geriatrics, addiction and integrative medicine, we have the opportunity to recognize the inherent dignity of each patient and their unique path toward physical and mental wellness. I have the joy of working alongside like-minded colleagues and physicians who are passionate about patient advocacy, improved awareness and evidence-based practice. I am thrilled to be a part of Pine Rest’s remarkable impact in mental health care.
John Kutschke
MD
John Kutschke, MD
Eric Lind
MD
Eric Lind, MD
Ashura Molla
MD
Wellness Chief Resident
Ashura Molla, MD
Catherine Molnar
DO
Catherine Molnar, DO
Billie Murray
DO
Billie Murray, DO
Manasvi Ritchie
MD
Manasvi Ritchie, MD
Patrick Street
MD
Patrick Street, MD
Jack Yarema
DO
Jack Yarema, DO
- Undergraduate
- Michigan State University, Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Hobbies/Interests
- In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, playing board games, being outdoors, reading, & miniature painting.
- Fun Fact
- I grew up on a horse farm.
Meet Our Residents - PGY4
Elise Anderson
MD
Elise Anderson, MD
- Undergraduate
- Albion College, Bachelor’s of Arts in Biology, Minor in Psychology.
- Medical School
- Wayne State University School of Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Emergency Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy spending time outdoors hiking, kayaking, traveling, cooking, and baking. I am also an animal lover and have a completely healthy obsession with my cat Bubba and my dog Blue.
Nicole Buozis
MD
Nicole Buozis, MD
- Undergraduate
- Central Michigan University, Bachelor’s of Science in Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences with a minor in Spanish Language.
- Medical School
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine.
- Prof
- Women’s mental health, perinatal psychiatry.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Hiking, kayaking, video games, rescuing animals, macrame, and gardening.
- Why Pine Rest
- I was very impressed by the variety of services offered, how Pine Rest responded to the needs of the community, and the friendliness of literally everyone. I also love West Michigan and was excited at the opportunity to learn in such a beautiful place! Pine Rest is providing me with the chance to explore my specific interests within the field of psychiatry while still allowing me to focus on patient advocacy with co-residents that share my passions. I am so excited to be part of such a supportive community!
Kismet Gray
MD
Kismet Gray, MD
- Undergraduate
- Grand Valley State University, Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology and Behavioral Neuroscience.
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- As a psychiatrist, I plan to pursue a career in emergency psychiatry working with acute care patients. I also have clinical interests in the field of forensics that I hope to incorporate in my future practice.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Outside of medicine, my interests include wildlife animal rescue/rehabilitation, True Crime podcasts and documentaries, and spending time with my two rescue dogs Kovu and Milo.
Rishi Partha
DO
Rishi Partha, DO
- Undergraduate
- Benedictine University, Bachelor’s of Science in Health Science, Minor in Spanish.
- Medical School
- Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine.
- Professional or Clinical Interests
- I am interested in psychotherapy and want this to be a central aspect of my practice, and am also considering pursuing a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Reading (non-medical books), basketball, chess, long walks, martial arts, game nights, ancient history, traveling, spending time with family and close friends.
- Fun Fact
- The three places I want to visit most are the Pyramids at Giza, the Valley of the Kings, and the Great Wall of China.
- Why Pine Rest
- I really like how Pine Rest is a stand-alone psychiatric hospital and offers many excellent educational opportunities that are harder to find elsewhere. All the faculty and residents were extremely friendly and welcoming on interview day, and it seemed like they genuinely enjoyed working with the program. I saw myself being very happy at this program for the next few years.
Deanne Pisarkiewicz
MD
Deanne Pisarkiewicz, MD
- Undergraduate
- The University of Tulsa, Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology; Minor’s in Chemistry & Biological Sciences.
- Medical School
- University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- I am interested in the College of Mental Health and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Outside of work, I love traveling, kayaking, hiking and walking with my dog. I also love to cook (Beef Wellington & Shrimp Risotto are two of my favorites), bake, and get wrapped up in a good audiobook, podcast or show.
- Why Pine Rest
- On my interview day, I was impressed by how Pine Rest gave applicants a feel for the program despite interviews being virtual. I could picture myself on the beautiful campus, working in the wide range of units, and learning from the faculty and residents. As I looked back over my interview season, I realized that Pine Rest had set the standard to which I was comparing all of the other programs. I am so excited to learn and train among people who are passionate about providing the best patient care possible while maintaining a positive and supportive work environment.
Abdelrahman Rimawi
MD
Abdelrahman Rimawi, MD
- Undergraduate
- CUNY Hunter College, Bachelor’s in Biology.
- Medical School
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Inpatient Psychiatry, Emergency Psychiatry.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Arabic Poetry, astronomy, horror movies, video games.
- Why Pine Rest
- Choosing Pine Rest was an easy decision, it was at the very top of my list! My strongest impression of this program was the quality of the staff, facilities and scope of the program. As a resident, I would be supported and inspired to grow in a setting where staff are passionate and proud of their work. In addition to its aesthetic appeal, Pine Rest provides a comfortable, safe and patient-centered environment designed to provide high-quality care.
Nadia Sion
MD
Chief Resident
Nadia Sion, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Michigan – Ann Arbor, Bachelor’s of Science in Biomolecular Science and Philosophy; Minor in Gender and Health.
- Graduate
- Case Western Reserve University, M.S. in Medical Physiology.
- Medical School
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry and Medical Education.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I love playing tennis and volleyball, running and hiking. I’m a big sports fan, especially college sports (Go Blue!), so if there’s a football/basketball game on, I’m usually watching. I love cooking, am a huge coffee fan because I would not be here without it, love traveling, binging podcasts and making Target runs.
Lauren Stull
MD
Lauren Stull, MD
- Undergraduate
- Albion College, Bachelor’s of Arts in Biology; Minor in Psychology.
- Graduate
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine.
- Hobbies/Interests
- I enjoy running, reading, traveling and eating ice cream. I am looking forward to exploring the hiking trails, beaches and restaurants around Grand Rapids.
Meet Our Psychiatry Residency Alumni
Class of 2024:
Andrew Bartholomew
MD
Andrew Bartholomew, MD
- Undergraduate
- Michigan State University, Bachelor’s in Physical Science and Psychology, Interdisciplinary Minors in Bioethics and Humanities & Society.
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Neuromodulation, Adjunctive exercise in the management of psychiatric conditions.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Strength training and woodworking.
- Why Pine Rest
- Pine Rest is one of the largest stand-alone psychiatric hospitals in the nation and provides clinical opportunities for exposure to diverse presentations of a variety of psychiatric conditions.
Wesley Bos
MD
Wellness Chief Resident
Wesley Bos, MD
- Undergraduate
- Northern Michigan University, Bachelor’s in Biology.
- Medical School
- University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- I would love to work in the field of Hospice and Palliative Care Psychiatry, treating mental illness in communities with terminal or chronic debilitating disease, to help heal the spirit of patients and their families in the most difficult times.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Exploring Grand Rapids breweries with my co-residents and friends, GR rec sports, camping, reading non-medical books!
- Why Pine Rest
- For the people and the location. My interview at Pine Rest was the most comfortable by far. I felt as if I was speaking with friends and everyone was supportive. I also wanted to come back to Michigan, and Grand Rapids was the perfect combination of a small city with close outdoor activities.
Whitney Cummings
DO
Whitney Cummings, DO
- Undergraduate
- Grand Valley State University, B.S. in Biomedical Sciences with Nutrition emphasis, Minor in Dance.
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
- Why I chose Pine Rest
- I had a great experience rotating at Pine Rest as a medical student, and I knew that I wanted to be a resident here. The faculty, staff, and residents are kind and welcoming, and provide a great environment to learn and work in. Pine Rest is also a beautiful facility in a great city!
- Other Interests:
- Spending time with family and friends, listening to music, dancing, and exploring the Grand Rapids food scene.
- Professional or Clinical Interests:
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
Wendy Forrest
DO
Chief Resident
Wendy Forrest, DO
- Undergraduate
- Purdue – Fort Wayne.
- Graduate
- Purdue – Indianapolis, Masters’ in Biomedical Science.
- Medical School
- Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- I have yet to decide what area of Psychiatry I am most passionate about, but my academic interests include inpatient psychiatry, ECT, psychedelic psychiatry, and addiction.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- A great perk of being a resident at Pine Rest is that we have the time to enjoy life outside of work. My hobbies include traveling, live music, karaoke, eating at all the restaurants, and socializing with all the people. I also enjoy setting off the fire alarm while cooking, hiking, audiobooks, and a good horror film marathon.
- Why Pine Rest
- Pine Rest was one of my first residency interviews, and it quickly became the benchmark of what I was looking for in a Psychiatry residency. I knew Pine Rest was the place for me, because as I continued down the interview trail, I found myself comparing all other programs to Pine Rest! Pine Rest is truly a one-of-a-kind integrated mental health campus. You’ll be hard-pressed to find people who are more passionate about patient advocacy and evidence-based practice than the staff at Pine Rest. As a new resident, I feel supported and valued as a member of the team and am so grateful to be learning from some of the best this field has to offer.
Joshua Hales
MD
Joshua Hales, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Michigan – Dearborn, B.S. in Biochemistry, minor in Hispanic Studies.
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
- Why I chose Pine Rest
- I chose Pine Rest for many reasons; but mostly, I wanted a program which not only provided an excellent learning environment/opportunity, but also was flexible with work-life balance. This program is flexible for family schedules and is encouraging for residents to live life to the fullest. All staff members that I have worked with have been incredibly welcoming and encouraging for my continuing education. I truly feel supported by a diverse faculty.
- Other Interests:
- Fishing, world travel, board games, movies and shows (Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, Star Trek).
- Professional or Clinical Interests:
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
Kaitlyn Hounshell
MD
Kaitlyn Hounshell, MD
- Undergraduate
- Western Kentucky University.
- Medical School
- University of Louisville.
- Why I chose Pine Rest
- Because the campus is absolutely beautiful – it feels like driving up to a retreat every day. I also loved how many resources Pine Rest has available as a free-standing psychiatric hospital – from a large child and adolescent unity to multiple adult inpatient units that each serve their own population. Also, the other residents were so nice and welcoming – they truly seemed to love the work they do.
- Other Interests:
- I am an avid Netflix-watcher. I have also enjoyed trying new restaurants and hiking trails in the area. Grand Rapids is an awesome place to live!
- Professional or Clinical Interests:
- I am just starting in my psychiatric career, but I am interested in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. In the future, I see myself working as an outpatient CNA psychiatrist embedded into a community pediatrics clinic.
Joseph Kramkowski
MD
Chief Resident
Joseph Kramkowski, MD
- Undergraduate
- The College of the Holy Cross, B.A.
- Medical School
- Rush Medical College.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Forensics, Application of psychedelics in psychiatry. My research-related interests include studying the influence of Radiotherapy on Mood Disorders.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Hockey, Golf, Surfing, Bouldering, Breweries, Mechanics.
- Why Pine Rest
- I chose Pine Rest due to the wide breadth of opportunities that are all on one campus. I left my interview feeling confident that I would have a close-knit residency class, along with a program that continues to push to provide the best educational opportunities for its residents. Grand Rapids is also a great city.
Cory Manoogian
DO
Cory Manoogian, DO
- Undergraduate
- Michigan State University, Bachelor’s in Communication.
- Medical School
- University of New England, College of Osteopathic Medicine.
- Interests/Hobbies
- I like basketball, music, movies, turtles, and travelling.
- Other Interests
- The people all seemed really cool. The administrative staff are out of this world.
Brendan McNeilly
MD
Brendan McNeilly, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Michigan, B.S. in Biology.
- Graduate
- Wake Forest University, M.S. in Biomedical Sciences.
- Medical School
- Wake Forest School of Medicine.
- Interests/Hobbies
- Exploring hiking trails in West Michigan, playing guitar and bass, skiing.
- Why Pine Rest
- I loved the wide variety of training and the compartmentalized units (e.g., Mother and Baby, Young Adult, personality disorders, severely and persistently mentally ill, etc.), the residents were all down-to-earth and fun to be around, and the program values education, wellness and work-life balance. Grand Rapids is the perfect-sized city for me – big enough where there’s lots to do but without the hassle of a large city. In addition, there are lots of beautiful areas to see on this side of the state.
Stephen Murata
MD
Stephen Murata, MD
- Undergraduate
- Washington University in St. Louis, B.A. in Philosophy-Neuroscience-Psychology.
- Graduate
- Loyola University Chicago, M.A. in Medical Science.
- Medical School
- Loyola Stritch School of Medicine.
- Why I chose Pine Rest
- I was drawn to the people, first and foremost! I was looking for a patient- and resident-centered program, with a mix of community and academic opportunities.
- Other Interests
- Creative writing, BMX, boxing, guitar, R-programming.
- Professional or Clinical Interests
- Rural Track, Child and Adolescent fellowship.
- Research Interests
- Psychoneuroimmunology, Suicide Biomarkers (HPA/inflammation/kynurenine pathway).
- Career Goals
- Principal investigator in child-adolescent psychiatry.
Class of 2023:
Bradley Demijohn
MD
Bradley Demijohn, MD
- Undergraduate
- Associates Degree in Nursing, Bachelor’s Degree in sciences of nursing.
- Medical School
- Central Michigan College of Medicine.
- Interests/Hobbies
- I am a Christian and fitness enthusiast. I enjoy sharing experiences with my wife and children.
- Why Pine Rest
- As a father of 4, work life balance is incredibly important. Pine Rest balances incredible education, training and wellness that I cannot imagine would be better elsewhere. Wellness matters here.
Mark Juel
MD
Mark Juel, MD
- Undergraduate
- Calvin College, BFA in Music Performance
- Medical School
- Wayne State University
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Forensic Psychiatry
- Interests/Hobbies
- Although I’m not from Michigan, I’ve lived in the Mitten State for almost a decade now, and over half of that time has been in Grand Rapids. When I had the opportunity to return to this city, I knew I had to jump on it. When I’m not at work or on call I enjoy playing music (string bass), playing indoor soccer year-round in an adult league, and alpine ski racing in the winter time. I’ve also picked up long distance running in recent years and have competed several races around Michigan including the Grand Rapids Marathon, Half Marathon and Riverbank Run 25K. This city is a great place to work and live, and has something to offer for just about everybody.
- Why Pine Rest
- Pine Rest seemed to check all the boxes I was looking for in a program: solid academic training, excellent potential to match into a fellowship, good work/life balance, and a great location. I have an interest in Forensic Psychiatry and in recent years Pine Rest has had excellent success in graduates being offered positions at some of the most highly respected programs around the country. Pine Rest also offers a Forensics Fellowship which provides even more exciting opportunities here in Grand Rapids.
Katerina Katsoulis
MD
Katerina Katsoulis, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Michigan
- Medical School
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine
- Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy going out to dinner with friends and family, and spending time playing rec league football and kickball with my co-residents.
- Why Pine Rest
- I really felt like Pine Rest would prepare me best for attending life. I felt that I would get experience on specialized units which many psychiatric hospitals throughout the country do not have. It was an extra plus that it’s close to family, has a history of great camaraderie and is near the beach.
David Meisinger
MD
Chief Fellow
David Meisinger, MD
- Undergraduate
- Morningside College, Bachelor’s in Psychology; Minors in biology and chemistry
- Medical School
- University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy music (playing the trombone), movies and sports (soccer, football and basketball).
- Why Pine Rest
- I felt a strong bond with the residents, was impressed by the attendings that I met, was excited by the diversity of patients that residents get to work with, and everyone seemed incredibly nice.
Alejandra Munoz
MD
Chief Fellow
Alejandra Munoz, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Michigan
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Eating Disorders, Women’s Mental Health, Perinatal Psychiatry.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I really enjoy spending time with my family and friends and staying active – working out, cycling, spending time outdoors, etc. I also really love traveling.
- Why Pine Rest
- After rotating at Pine Rest, I was impressed with the size of the hospital and how many sub-specialties I would be exposed too. Another aspect that stuck out for me, was how helpful and welcoming the support staff were! At the end of the day, it came down to feeling comfortable with the residents, the breadth of opportunities the program has to offer and the beauty and serenity of the campus!
Timothy Oja
DO
Chief Resident
Timothy Oja, DO
- Undergraduate
- Michigan State University, B.S.
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Addiction Psychiatry
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy swimming, hunting, reading, playing cards, and board games.
- Why Pine Rest
- Large hospital, diverse faculty, affiliation with MSU, fellowship opportunities.
Richelle Payea
MD
Richelle Payea, MD
- Undergraduate
- Ferris State University (initially interested in optometry); Bachelor’s in Biology.
- Medical School
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Geriatric Psychiatry!
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I really enjoy traveling and the outdoors--hiking, beach days and hammocking are my go-to’s for relaxation. To stay active, I play volleyball, golf, fish, snowboard, ice skate, and I’m learning to play tennis. I also like to whittle wood, rehab small furniture, and take on any project that involves power tools.
- Professional or Clinical Interests:
- I came to Pine Rest for an away rotation (after hearing positive reviews from patients during my 3rd year med school psych rotation). During the rotation, I discovered how large of a facility Pine Rest was and how many opportunities there were to work on specialty units with numerous attendings. I was also impressed by the beauty of the campus, the welcoming/approachable staff, and the breadth of support staff/case managers.
Justin Rankin
DO
Chief Resident
Justin Rankin, DO
- Undergraduate
- University of Tulsa, Bachelor’s in Biology/Pre-Med.
- Medical School
- Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Adult Inpatient Psychiatry and ACT teams.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy rock climbing, and I am a member at a local bouldering gym here in Grand Rapids. I also enjoy hiking/camping, and I have been exploring the Huron-Manistee National Forest’s many hiking trails over the past year.
- Why Pine Rest
- I thoroughly enjoyed my interview here. Everyone was extremely kind to my wife and me and seemed genuinely happy with the program. The faculty, staff and other residents were easy to talk to and gave me honest answers to my questions. The city of Grand Rapids was a ton of fun and offers plenty of interesting things to do. In summary, it felt like home.
Kaitlyn Shirely
MD
Kaitlyn Shirely, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, BSPH in Nutrition
- Master’s
- East Tennessee State University, MPH in Epidemiology
- Medical School
- East Tennessee State University
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and Public Health.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy trips to Lake Michigan, reading, outdoor exercise, and yoga. I do a lot of walking through my neighborhood with my baby these days. We love living in Grand Rapids!
PGY3 CAP Transfers:
Steven Mathew
DO
Steven Mathew, DO
- Undergraduate
- University of Georgia, B.S. in Biology.
- Graduate
- University of Georgia, M.P.H.
- Medical School
- Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine – GA Campus.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I like to travel and try new restaurants!
- Why Pine Rest
- Pine Rest has many specialized units which I thought would be very beneficial to my training experience.
Rebecca Willis
MD
Wellness Chief Resident
Rebecca Willis, MD
- Undergraduate
- Wayne State University, B.S. in Honors Nutrition.
- Medical School
- Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Binge-watching any of the top ten shows on Netflix, painting, walking my staffie-mix dog, Gotham, or playing with my kittens.
- Why Pine Rest
- The people and the campus! Every resident I interacted with had great stories from their experiences. The residents seemed happy with their work and actually able to sleep most nights. Also, the administrative staff were so helpful during the interview day and afterwards. The campus is gorgeous, nature-inspired and lively. This was hands down the best campus that I saw during the interview trail.
Class of 2022:
Tara Brockman
MD
Tara Brockman, MD
- Undergraduate:
- Michigan State University, B.S.
- Medical School
- Central Michigan University College of Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Women’s Mental Health including peri-partum mood disorders and psychosis, PMDD, and peri-menopausal mood changes.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I spend my free time with friends trying out new (or old favorite) restaurants in downtown Grand Rapids, playing in our weekly flag football and kickball leagues, or having people over to watch the latest episode of The Bachelor.
- Why Pine Rest
- I chose Pine Rest based on the camaraderie that was exhibited not only between co-residents, but also between residents and attendings, as well as between fellow attendings. I remember on my interview day at lunch I sat with residents, attendings and administration, and all shared in conversation and genuinely enjoyed themselves. Now that I am here I can attest to the community that you become a part of when you join the Pine Rest residency, and I have gotten the honor of working with great attendings and other residents who I continuously learn from, but have also made amazing friends. Aside from the sense of community, some of the nicest facilities that I have seen in any hospital or any department made the choice easy as well.
Lindsey Gifford
DO
Lindsey Gifford, DO
- Undergraduate
- Saginaw Valley State University, Bachelor’s in Psychology.
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Chronic and severe mental illness.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Football, kickball, basketball, tennis, golf, concerts and events, and trying every new restaurant that pops up!
- Why Pine Rest
- I did a 4th year medical school rotation here and was very pleasantly surprised by the kindness I received from other residents, attendings, staff, etc. I also really loved the facilities.
Zachary Hommer
MD
Zachary Hommer, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Maryland.
- Post Baccalaureate Pre-Med Program
- University of Maryland.
- Post Baccalaureate Pre-Med Program
- University of Maryland.
- Medical School
- University of Michigan Medical School.
- Interests/Hobbies
- Riding my bicycle to work, art history, trivia.
Bridgette Jones
MD
Bridgette Jones, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Maryland, B.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Minor in Africana Studies.
- Graduate School:
- Johns Hopkins University, M.S. in Biotechnology/Biodefense.
- Medical School
- Howard University College of Medicine.
- Proffessional/Clinical Interests
- Public & Community Psychiatry, Global Mental Health.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy walking or hiking on some of the local trails. I also love a good concert, and there are some great venues around Grand Rapids.
- Why Pine Rest
- First, I was impressed by the depth of training opportunities. Also, touring the campus it seemed like the staff genuinely enjoyed their jobs. Most importantly, I’m a woman of faith, and I was curious to see how a residency program could provide an environment to support that.
Matthew Koster
DO
Matthew Koster, DO
- Undergraduate
- Brigham Young University.
- Graduate School
- Rockhurst University, MBA in Healthcare.
- Medical School
- Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences.
- Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy spending time with my family, being outside and exploring nature, and eating ice cream!
- Why Pine Rest
- I had never been to Grand Rapids prior to my interview day. However, I was very impressed with the way the program treated their residents and the focus on exceptional psychiatric care with an exposure to such a wide variety of services within the Pine Rest system. The residents in the program seemed happy, and I have appreciated the program’s emphasis on creating a positive environment to learn and grow as psychiatrists.
Zachary Loy
DO
Child & Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatrist
Zachary Loy, DO
- Medical School
- Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Residency
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Child & Adolescent Fellowship
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Megan Maier
MD
Megan Maier, MD
- Undergraduate
- University of Tennessee, B.S. in Biology; B.A. in English.
- Medical School
- John H. Quillen School of Medicine at Eastern Tennessee State University.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- To integrate more of the humanities into psychiatric training and practice.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- My two yorkies, Artemis and Tiberius, spending time with family and friends, cooking, being on the water, reading and writing, traveling, singing, pretty much all other fields of science, Greco-Roman history, generally knowing just a little bit about everything.
- Why Pine Rest
- The facilities are amazing, the variety of experiences you get to have are crucial for learning, the residents here were and continue to be AWESOME, truly knowledgeable attendings and teachers.
Andi McFerren
DO
Child & Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatrist, Perinatal Psychiatrist
Andi McFerren, DO
- Medical School
- A.T. Still university – School of Osteopathic Medicine
- Internship
- Georgetown Psychiatry Residency
- Residency
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Child & Adolescent Fellowship
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Chad Percifield
DO
Chad Percifield, DO
- Undergraduate
- Franklin College, B.A. in Biology.
- Medical School
- Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
- Pro
- Child & Adolescent and Addiction Psychiatry.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- Cycling, board games, video games, soccer.
- Why Pine Rest
- I chose Pine Rest because I liked the fact that it had all the resources of a large academic hospital while still maintaining the feel and collegiality of a community program.
Kellen Stilwell
MD
Kellen Stilwell, MD
- Undergraduate
- Grand Valley State University, B.S. in Biology; Minor in Chemistry.
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
- Professional or Clinical Interests:
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, with interest in coordinated care models and mental health care in primary care settings.
- Other interests:
- I enjoy yoga, hiking and being outdoors as much as possible (during the summer).
- Why Pine Rest
- I felt so supported here during my clinical rotations and everyone was very invested in my success. We have wonderful care teams in the hospital which are great to learn from and very welcoming to all trainees, and I wanted to continue to build the relationships that I had prior to residency.
Daniel Tuinstra
MD
Daniel Tuinstra, MD
- Undergraduate
- Cornerstone University, B.A. in Psychology.
- Graduate
- Grand Valley State University, post-baccalaureate in Biomedical Sciences.
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
- Professional or Clinical Interests
- General psychiatry and clinical research.
- Other interests
- Family time, motorcycles, music, spending time with co-residents.
- Why Pine Rest
- I was familiar with Pine Rest from previous careers, and I was impressed with their dedication to excellent patient care and growth as an academic institution.
Hannah Williams
MD
Hannah Williams, MD
- Undergraduate
- Hope College, BA in Chemistry, minor in Biology.
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
- Professional/Clinical Interests
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship here at Pine Rest starting July 2021.
- Other Interests/Hobbies
- I enjoy relaxing with my goldendoodle, Watson, and lifting weights.
- Why Pine Rest
- I had a positive experience rotating here for medical school rotations. Residents seemed to be supportive of each other. Also, my spouse and I are both from Grand Rapids.
Class of 2021:
Kyle Ahonen
DO
Child and Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatrist
Kyle Ahonen, DO
- Medical School
- Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
- Residency
- University of Kansas Medical Center Psychiatry Residency
- Child & Adolescent Fellowship:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Jason Andreas
DO
Jason Andreas, DO
- Medical School
- University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
Russell Fridson
MD
Russell Fridson, MD
- Medical School
- Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Stephanie Hayes
DO
Stephanie Hayes, DO
- Medical School
- A.T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
Kelly Ketchum
MD
Kelly Ketchum, MD
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Services
Laura Quennoz
MD
Laura Quennoz, MD
- Medical School
- Creighton University School of Medicine
Todd Simmons
MD
Todd Simmons, MD
- Medical School
- Northeast Ohio Medical University
Alexandra Tepkasetkul
DO
Outpatient Psychiatry – Munson Healthcare
Alexandra Tepkasetkul, DO
- medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Heidi Vrolijk
MD
Inpatient Psychiatrist
Heidi Vrolijk, MD
- Medical School
- Medical College of Wisconsin
Ryan Yoon
DO
Outpatient Psychiatrist
Ryan Yoon, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Danielle Zazaian
DO
Danielle Zazaian, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Class of 2020:
Lindsey Bailey
MD
Child and Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatrist
Lindsey Bailey, MD
- Medical School:
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Child and Adolescent Fellowship:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Rony Berbara
MD
Rony Berbara, MD
- Medical School
- University of Massachusetts
Benjamin Burns
MD
Child & Adolescent Outpatient Psychiatrist and Outpatient Supervisor
Benjamin Burns, MD
- Medical School:
- University of Colorado
- Residency:
- Pine Rest – Michigan State University Psychiatry
Lacey Croskey
MD
Lacey Croskey, MD
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Darci Evans
DO, MSW
Psychiatry Residency Associate Program Director
Darci Evans, DO, MSW
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Mallory Grove
MD
Mallory Grove, MD
- Medical School
- University of Mississippi
Katie Kist
DO
Katie Kist, DO
- Medical School:
- Kansas City University
- Residency:
- Pine Rest – Michigan State University
William McBride
DO
William McBride, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Megan Raccuia
MD
Megan Raccuia, MD
- Medical School
- University of Toledo
Katherine Tontillo
MD
Katherine Tontillo, MD
- Medical School
- Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin
Class of 2019:
Shayna Bailey
MD
Shayna Bailey, MD
- Medical School
- George Washington University
Matthew Dandois
DO
Matthew Dandois, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Daniel McCarthy
MD
Daniel McCarthy, MD
- Medical School
- University of Toledo
Cameron Risma
MD
Psychiatry Residency Associate Program Director
Cameron Risma, MD
- Medical School:
- University of Nebraska College of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Addiction Fellowship:
- Mayo Clinic
Ashlee Senay
DO
Consult-Liaison and Addiction Psychiatry - Spectrum Health
Ashlee Senay, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Addiction Fellowship
- The Ohio State University
- Consult-Liaison Fellowship
- The Ohio State University
Russell Yskes
MD
Outpatient Addiction Psychiatry
Russell Yskes, MD
- Medical School:
- Wayne State University
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Addiction Fellowship:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Class of 2018:
Emina Bajrovic
MD
Emina Bajrovic, MD
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Rebecca Crosbie
MD
Rebecca Crosbie, MD
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Ryan Doyle
DO
Inpatient & Outpatient Addiction Psychiatry
Ryan Doyle, DO
- Medical School:
- University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Addiction Fellowship:
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Emily Frederiksen
MD
Emily Frederiksen, MD
- Medical School
- University of Minnesota Medical School
Jessica O’Mara
DO
Jessica O’Mara, DO
- Medical School
- Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Jeremy Petrous
DO
Jeremy Petrous, DO
- Medical School
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Andrew Reigel
DO
Andrew Reigel, DO
- Medical School
- Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Ali Saleem
MD
Inpatient Addiction Psychiatry
Ali Saleem, MD
- Medical School:
- Wayne State University School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency:
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Addiction Fellowship:
- UCLA-SFV Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship Program
